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Old Firm Eyes Deathbed Will And New Guardian
An aged merchant entrusts John Girdlestone with guardianship of his daughter and her fortune as he lies dying. The will names Girdlestone to raise the girl and protect her from ruin, while the two long‑time friends part with heavy hearts and a last farewell. In a second scene Captain Harsten returns, hinting at perilous voyages and uneasy confidences amid strained trust.
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Wayfarer
Sas
Ezra
Anna
Cailings
MN Tahoe
John
Eorge Dimadele
Aome
Pat Daed Thnath
John Girdlestone
Girdlestone
John Harsten
Mr. Girdlestone
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